You know, I am a tad jealous of your problem. From the very beginning I have always been the sort of reader that did not re-read books. As a result, I never prioritized keeping them. I give them away, loan them away, donate them to charity. As a result, of the thousands I've read in my lifetime, I have a comparatively little amount in my possession. Now, it's important to note that I don't view this as a bad thing, -I actually like it that way for a number of reasons. The only exception is the fact that I find few things more enjoyable to look at in a living space than a bookshelf packed to the gills. I LOVE them, and I don't have one, though I could have many many many times over :) I got 99 problems but too many books ain't one. I do actually have quite a few on hand...maybe I'll put a modest shelf together. I think I could rock two or three of your shelves worth of space.